Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Guide: Dolly kei colors and key parts

I've been researching dolly kei some more and I made a colors scheme for colors often seen in dolly kei outfits.

If you look at my post "A Victorian home﻿" you can probably pick up some good ideas about how to combine the colors.

I have broken down the anatomy of a dolly kei outfit to these key parts:

Tassels!

Hair: Loose waves, sometimes bangs that are either straight or rounded, curls, braids, a bob with the ends curled inwards or long and loose hair. Colors are typically shades of caramel, brown or blonde. But any haircolor would work, especially jewel-toned.

Outerwear: A shawl is often seen instead of a jacket, the material would could be brocade or velvet, it would have a fringe or tassels, a jacket in brocade or velvet material would also be fine, capes or ponchos are sometimes seen.

Fur: Fur hats, fox tails, fur collars, fur muffs... you get the idea! If you're not a fan of real fur, faux fur can be used instead.

Bags: Embossed leather, brocade or tapestry bags are usually seen.

Tights: Printed or solid tights, knee highs or tigh-highs, patterns would be floral, lace, arabesque or anything with a vintage or fairytale feel.